1997 Buick Century vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Buick Century.
Because 2001 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2. 1997 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Century | MR2 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |